Asahikawa Restaurants

Barcibo

When you go to a restaurant and find that the chef calls himself Asahikawa's "Ultimate Food Fighter", it's hard to anticipate exactly what that may mean. In the case of Barcibo's owner & chef Kota, it simply means that he is prepared to accept any culinary challenge given the necessary ingredients are available for battle.

The restaurant is small, but is a step in the right direction from the tiny city restaurant of a couple of years ago which first exposed people to Kota's talent. Having a significantly larger kitchen than its predecessor, the new Barcibo has given Kota the motivation to be more creative and daring in his creations.

The menu is generously influenced by Italian cuisine while remaining true to elegant Japanese culinary presentation, making the dishes familiar yet somehow very unique. This is the essence of Barcibo, allowing diners the comfort of familiarity while at the same time delivering flavours far in excess of their expectations.

While at Barcibo, you will be able to sample some fine Japanese-style Shochu from Kota's extensive collection. As a compliment to his fully stocked bar, his selection of fine Shochu is almost as impressive as his food. From sweet potato to barely, you will find many styles of Shochu available for your enjoyment.

Although small, Barcibo more than compensates with a charming rustic atmosphere more akin to a hunting lodge than a restaurant. This, combined with a readily affordable menu, conspires to make Barcibo a comfortable, satisfying destination for either lunch or dinner.